Sponsorship and Community Engagement Manager
Job reference : 4090855
Job Type : Part-time
Pay : Annually $45000 - $52000
Location : Dunedin, Otago
Posted on : 06-11-2026
Help secure the future of one of Dunedin's most respected performing arts organisations while building meaningful partnerships across the community
About the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra
Platinum Recruitment is proud to partner with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) in the search for a Sponsorship and Community Engagement Manager.
This a unique opportunity for a relationship focused professional to play a key role in supporting the financial sustainability and future growth of one of Dunedin's premier arts organisations. Based in historic Hanover Hall, you will work closely with the General Manager, Board, Foundation, Sponsors, Donors, and Community Stakeholders to strengthen and diversify the DSO's funding streams.
The Dunedin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is one of New Zealand's leading orchestras and has been enriching the cultural life of Otago for generations. Through a diverse programme of performances, educational initiatives, and community engagement activities, the DSO brings world class orchestral music to local audiences while fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts.
Working in partnership with musicians, supporters, donors, sponsors, and the wider community, the DSO plays an important role in making the performing arts accessible and ensuring a vibrant cultural future for Dunedin and the surrounding region.
Responsibilities
Experience within the arts, charitable, or community sectors would be advantageous, but candidates from broader relationship management, sponsorship, sales or business development backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.
Apply Now
If you are looking for an opportunity to combine your relationship building skills with meaningful community impact, we'd love to hear from you. If you have already heard enough to be interested, please APPLY NOW!
For a confidential discussion, please contact Hollie Thomas on
027 324 744 / Hollie@platinumrecruitment.co.nz
A full position description is available upon request.
Applicants must have a valid work visa, permanent residency, or NZ citizenship to be considered
Platinum Recruitment is proud to be a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion and believes in equal opportunities for all. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes.
Platinum Recruitment is proud to partner with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) in the search for a Sponsorship and Community Engagement Manager.
This a unique opportunity for a relationship focused professional to play a key role in supporting the financial sustainability and future growth of one of Dunedin's premier arts organisations. Based in historic Hanover Hall, you will work closely with the General Manager, Board, Foundation, Sponsors, Donors, and Community Stakeholders to strengthen and diversify the DSO's funding streams.
The Dunedin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is one of New Zealand's leading orchestras and has been enriching the cultural life of Otago for generations. Through a diverse programme of performances, educational initiatives, and community engagement activities, the DSO brings world class orchestral music to local audiences while fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts.
Working in partnership with musicians, supporters, donors, sponsors, and the wider community, the DSO plays an important role in making the performing arts accessible and ensuring a vibrant cultural future for Dunedin and the surrounding region.
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver fundraising, sponsorship, and philanthropic strategies that support the DSO's long term sustainability
- Build and nurture relationships with sponsors, donors, and community stakeholders
- Identify and secure new funding and partnership opportunities
- Prepare grant applications, sponsorship proposals and development reports
- Track fundraising performance and manage development-related budgets
- Work closely with the General Manager, Board, and Foundation to support the DSO's strategic goals
- Experience in fundraising, sponsorship, business development or stakeholder engagement
- A proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships
- Strong written communication and report writing skills
- Excellent organisational and time management capabilities
- Experience working with budgets and performance targets
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems
Experience within the arts, charitable, or community sectors would be advantageous, but candidates from broader relationship management, sponsorship, sales or business development backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.
Apply Now
If you are looking for an opportunity to combine your relationship building skills with meaningful community impact, we'd love to hear from you. If you have already heard enough to be interested, please APPLY NOW!
For a confidential discussion, please contact Hollie Thomas on
027 324 744 / Hollie@platinumrecruitment.co.nz
A full position description is available upon request.
Applicants must have a valid work visa, permanent residency, or NZ citizenship to be considered
Platinum Recruitment is proud to be a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion and believes in equal opportunities for all. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes.